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| Japanese Cucumber (Zucchini) |
MyBacklink86 - Japanese cucumber (Zucchini) is a vegetable similar to eggplant. At first glance, this vegetable looks like a green cucumber. To be able to consume it, it must be cooked first, for example, used as a stir fry, baked or soup. Getting these vegetables is quite difficult, usually in supermarkets in big cities. However, this vegetable has many health benefits.
The consumption of Japanese cucumber (zucchini) is currently increasing because Japanese cucumber (zucchini) is included in the list of super foods.
Here are the health benefits of Japanese cucumber
1. Lose weight Eating zucchini is very beneficial for weight loss because this vegetable is low in calories but can make you feel full longer.
2. Maximizing body health
Zucchini contains essential nutrients such as vitamin C, manganese, protein, zinc and omega 3 fatty acids which are useful for boosting the immune system.
3. Improve male reproductive health
Research shows that zucchini helps in treating diseases that commonly affect men's reproductive health, such as benign prostatic hypertrophy that can damage urinary health and men's sexual life.
4. Improve cardiovascular health
Zucchini contains a certain amount of magnesium which helps reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack.
5. Lowering blood pressure
The content of vitamin C in zucchini is useful for controlling blood pressure and reducing clogged arteries.
6. Prevent gout
Gout occurs due to excessive inflammation in the joints. While the content of OEMga 3 fatty acids and cartenoids in zucchini is able to expel excess uric acid.
7. Beautify the skin
Eating zucchini is actually useful for supporting the beauty of women's skin because this vegetable helps stimulate the production of choline, an amino acid that is useful for collagen formation.
Besides being consumed raw, zucchini can be processed into 'noodles' by shaving. However, immediately consume zucchini as soon as you process it because it does not oxidize in a long time.
